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Ingredients 4 cups cubed day-old French bread1 cup cubed fully cooked lean ham1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles1/4 cup chopped sweet red pepper1-1/4 cups egg substitute1 cup fat-free milk1/4 teaspoon onion powder1/4 teaspoon ground cumin1/4 teaspoon ground mustard1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper1/4 teaspoon paprika1-1/4 cups shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheeseSalsa, optional Preparation In an 8-in. square baking dish coated with cooking spray, combine the bread cubes, ham, chiles and red pepper....

Ingredients 2 tablespoons plus 1 cup butter, divided2 cups evaporated milk1 cup sugar1 cup packed brown sugar1 cup light corn syrup1/8 teaspoon salt4 cups chopped pecans1 teaspoon vanilla extract1 pound milk chocolate candy coating, melted Preparation Grease four baking sheets with 2 tablespoons butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine milk, sugars, corn syrup, salt and remaining 1 cup butter. Bring to a boil, stirring frequently. Cook over medium heat until a candy thermometer reads 238° (soft-ball stage), stirring occasionally....

Ingredients 1 cup butter, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 teaspoons vanilla extract2 cups all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon saltFILLING:3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons all-purpose flour1 teaspoon vanilla extract1/2 cup finely chopped pecans1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconutTOPPING:1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons butter2 tablespoons water1/2 cup confectioners’ sugar Preparation In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in vanilla. Combine flour and salt; gradually add to the creamed mixture and mix well....

Ingredients 6 tbsp. pine nuts 2 tbsp. finely chopped garlic 3/4 c. chopped fresh basil 3/4 c. chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley 2 tsp. kosher salt 1 c. good-quality olive oil 1/2 c. grated Parmigiano-Reggiano cheese 2 tbsp. fresh lemon juice 2 lb. baby Roma or cherry tomatoes on the vine 2 tbsp. good-quality olive oil 1 tsp. kosher salt Freshly cracked black pepper 2 lb. burrata or balls of mozzarella di bufala (buffalo mozzarella)...

Ingredients 4 bone-in chicken breast halves (6 ounces each), skin removed1 teaspoon paprika1 medium lemon, thinly sliced1/3 cup spicy brown mustard1/3 cup honey1 teaspoon dried minced onion1/2 teaspoon curry powder1/2 teaspoon lemon juice Preparation Arrange chicken in a 9- or 10-in. microwave-safe pie plate, with the thickest side toward the outside of the plate. Sprinkle with paprika; top with lemon slices. Cover and microwave, on high for 6-8 minutes, rotating dish a half turn once....

Ingredients 1 large onion, chopped2 teaspoons canola oil1 teaspoon minced fresh gingerroot6 large carrots, sliced2/3 cup orange juice1 tablespoon butter2 teaspoons honey1 teaspoon grated orange zest1/4 teaspoon salt1/8 teaspoon pepper1/4 cup chopped walnuts, toasted1 tablespoon minced fresh parsley Preparation In a large skillet, saute onion in oil until tender. Add ginger; cook 1 minute longer. Stir in the carrots, orange juice, butter, honey, orange zest, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil....

Ingredients 2 pork tenderloins (1 to 1-1/4 pounds each)2 tablespoons olive oil1 envelope onion soup mix1/2 cup white wine or chicken broth1 tablespoon cornstarch3/4 cup cold water Preparation In a large skillet over medium-high heat, brown tenderloins in oil on all sides. Sprinkle soup mix over the meat; add wine to the skillet. Reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 25-30 minutes or until a thermometer reads 160°, adding water to the skillet if needed....

Ingredients 1 unpeeled navel orange2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries1 unpeeled medium red apple1 package (3 ounces) raspberry gelatin1-1/3 cups boiling water1 can (20 ounces) crushed pineapple, undrained1/2 cup chopped walnuts Preparation Slice the orange into eighths; finely chop in a food processor. Add cranberries and process until chopped. Slice apple into eighths; add to orange mixture and process until chopped. In a large bowl, dissolve gelatin in boiling water; stir in pineapple and orange mixture....

Ingredients 8 large eggs, lightly beaten1-1/2 cups half-and-half cream2 tablespoons vanilla extract8 to 10 slices French bread (3/4 inch thick)1 cup packed brown sugar1/2 cup butter, melted1/2 cup maple syrup1/2 cup chopped pecans Preparation In an ungreased 13x9-in. baking dish, combine the eggs, cream and vanilla. Add bread slices; soak for 5 minutes. Turn bread over; cover and refrigerate overnight. In a bowl, combine the brown sugar, butter, syrup and pecans....

Ingredients 1 large egg, room temperature, beaten1 cup sugar1 cup creamy peanut butter1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut Preparation Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, mix all ingredients. Scoop level tablespoonfuls and roll into balls. Place on ungreased baking sheets and flatten with a fork. Bake until set, about 15 minutes. Remove to wire racks to cool.

Ingredients 1/3 cup reduced-sodium teriyaki sauce1/4 cup hoisin sauce3 tablespoons creamy peanut butter1 tablespoon rice vinegar1 tablespoon sesame oil1-1/2 pounds lean ground turkey1/2 cup shredded carrot2 tablespoons minced fresh gingerroot4 garlic cloves, minced1 can (8 ounces) whole water chestnuts, drained and chopped1/2 cup chopped fresh snow peas4 green onions, chopped12 Bibb lettuce leavesAdditional hoisin sauce, optional Preparation Whisk together first 5 ingredients until smooth. In a large skillet, cook and crumble turkey with carrot over medium-high heat until turkey is no longer pink, 6-8 minutes; drain....

Ingredients 1/4 cup butter, cubed1 small onion, chopped1 medium carrot, chopped1/2 cup diced peeled potato1/4 cup chopped celery1/3 cup all-purpose flour1/2 teaspoon salt1/2 teaspoon dried parsley flakes1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary, crushed1/4 teaspoon rubbed sage1/4 teaspoon pepper1 cup 2% milk1 cup chicken broth2 cups cubed cooked turkey1/2 cup frozen peas1 sheet refrigerated pie crust Preparation Preheat oven to 375°. In a large saucepan, heat butter over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrot, potato and celery; cook and stir until tender....

Ingredients 7 cups cubed French bread1/2 cup golden raisins3 ounces cream cheese, softened1 cup warm heavy whipping cream (70° to 80°)1/4 cup maple syrup6 large eggs1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/8 teaspoon saltAdditional maple syrup Preparation Place bread in a greased 2-qt. baking dish; press down gently. Sprinkle with raisins. In a small bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Gradually beat in whipping cream and syrup; mix well. Whisk together the eggs, vanilla, cinnamon and salt; add to cream cheese mixture....

Ingredients 1 bone-in fully cooked ham steak (about 2 pounds and 3/4 inch thick)1/2 cup maple syrup, divided Preparation Grill ham, uncovered, over medium-hot heat for 5-7 minutes on each side or until a thermometer reads 140°, basting frequently with 1/4 cup syrup. Warm remaining syrup to serve with ham.

Ingredients 2 pounds fresh carrots halved lengthwise and cut into 2-inch pieces1/2 cup orange marmalade3 tablespoons cold water, divided2 tablespoons brown sugar1 tablespoon butter, melted1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon1/4 teaspoon salt1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg1/8 teaspoon pepper1 tablespoon cornstarch Preparation In a 3-qt. slow cooker, combine the carrots, marmalade, 1 tablespoon water, brown sugar, butter and seasonings. Cover and cook on low until carrots are tender, 5-6 hours. In a small bowl, combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; stir into carrot mixture....

Ingredients 1 package (10 ounces) large marshmallows3 tablespoons butter6 cups Rice Krispies1/2 cup chopped dried banana chips20 wooden pop sticksTOPPING:2 cups semisweet chocolate chips2 tablespoons shortening1/2 cup chopped salted peanuts1/2 cup chopped dried banana chips Preparation In a large saucepan, heat marshmallows and butter until melted. Remove from the heat. Stir in cereal and banana chips; mix well. Cool for 3 minutes. Transfer mixture to waxed paper; divide into 20 portions....

Ingredients 4 hot dogs1-1/3 cups mashed potatoes (prepared with milk and butter)2 slices process American cheese, cut into quartersSalsa and chopped green onions Preparation Make a lengthwise cut three-fourths of the way through each hot dog. Open hot dogs and place cut side up on a baking sheet. Top with mashed potatoes and cheese. Bake at 350° for 5-10 minutes or until cheese is melted. Spread with salsa and sprinkle with onions....

Ingredients 2 cups torn romaine3/4 cup frozen corn, thawed1/3 cup canned black beans, rinsed and drained1 medium tomato, chopped1 celery rib, chopped1 medium carrot, thinly sliced1/4 cup torn curly endive1/3 cup salsa2 tablespoons reduced-fat sour cream2 tablespoons reduced-fat ranch salad dressing Preparation In a salad bowl, combine the first seven ingredients. In a small bowl, combine the salsa, sour cream and ranch dressing. Drizzle over salad and toss to coat.

Ingredients 2 large egg whites1/4 teaspoon cream of tartar1/8 teaspoon salt1/2 cup sugar1/2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract2 teaspoons orange colored sugar2 teaspoons orange edible glitter3 pieces green Fruit by the Foot fruit roll2 teaspoons vanilla frosting Preparation In a small bowl, beat egg whites, cream of tartar and salt on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually add sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, beating on high until stiff peaks form....

Ingredients 1/2 cup crushed chocolate cream-filled chocolate sandwich cookies (about 7 cookies)1 package (4.67 ounces) Andes mint candies or 1 cup Andes creme de menthe baking chips1 package (8 ounces) cream cheese, softened1/4 cup sugar1 large egg, room temperature1/2 teaspoon vanilla extractAdditional Andes mint candies or Andes creme de menthe baking chips, melted Preparation Grease or paper-line miniature muffin cups. Press 1 teaspoon cookie crumbs onto the bottom of each muffin cup; set aside....